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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Release the residual pressure in fuel line.

    (Refer to the Fuel Delivery System - "RELEASE RESIDUAL PRESSURE IN FUEL LINE ")

  2. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  3. Remove the rear seat cushion.

    (Refer to Body - "REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY ")

  4. Remove the fuel pump service cover (A)
    Fig 1: Removing Fuel Pump Service Cover
    G11823585Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Disconnect the fuel pump control module connector (A).
  6. Disconnect the fuel feed tube quick-connector (B).
  7. Disconnect the fuel pressure sensor connector (C).
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Fuel Pressure Sensor Connector
    G11823586Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the locking ring (A) by using the special service tool (B) [No.: 09310-B9100].
    Fig 3: Locating Locking Ring
    G11823587Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the fuel pump from the fuel tank.
Fig 4: Removing Fuel Pump From Fuel Tank
G11823588Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.